Kentucky Rural Broadband Association

05/30/2026

SAVE THE DATE: Building on the strong momentum and engagement from last week’s Annual Meeting, the Kentucky Rural Broadband Association is excited to announce our Summer Managers Meeting, taking place August 25–26 in Louisville.

Additional details on registration, hotel accommodations, meeting agenda, and networking opportunities for our broadband executives will be shared soon. We look forward to another productive and engaging gathering with industry leaders from across the Commonwealth and beyond.

05/26/2026

Kentucky Chamber Public Affairs Director John Hughes joined a discussion at the Kentucky Rural Broadband Association meeting last week on the outcomes of Kentucky’s 2026 primary election and what to watch ahead of the general election. The discussion highlighted key races, voter trends, and the potential impact of the election cycle on Kentucky communities and employers.

05/25/2026

Today and every day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation, protecting the freedoms we cherish.

05/23/2026

Thank you to our luncheon speakers who spoke on the 2026 primary election results and what’s in store for the general election. Hilda Legg moderated the discussion, which included Sara Luna Osborne, of MML&K Government Solutions and John Hughes, of the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.

05/22/2026

A special thanks to Tristan Bonnstetter of DUO Broadband and Keith Gabbard, of PRTC - Peoples Rural Telephone Cooperative for their generational knowledge about how far the industry has come and where it is going. Great conversation with even better company!

Tristan Bonnstetter, Vice President of Business Operations (center), represented DUO Broadband on the "Generational Panel" at this year's Kentucky Rural Broadband Association Annual Meeting held May 19-21 in Lexington.

05/04/2026

Congratulations to KYRBA Board Member Keith Gabbard, of PRTC - Peoples Rural Telephone Cooperative on reaching this impressive career milestone and achievement for 50 years of service! KYRBA and the entire industry are grateful for your leadership, dedication, and continued advocacy at the state, local, and federal levels.

Your commitment to delivering high-quality service to the people of southeastern Kentucky truly makes a difference.

Thank you for all you’ve accomplished—and for all you continue to do—for KYRBA and the communities you serve!

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05/03/2026

Thank you Congressman James Comer for meeting with our members this week.

04/30/2026

04/28/2026

Congratulations to our very own board member Greg Hale of LTC Connect for this outstanding recognition! NTCA Grassroots Advocate of the Year

04/28/2026

KYRBA had a productive day on Capitol Hill, meeting with members of our federal delegation to highlight the critical importance of expanding rural broadband access across Kentucky.

We extend our sincere thanks to Senator Mitch McConnell and Senator Rand Paul, along with Congressman Andy Barr, Congressman James Comer, Congressman Brett Guthrie and Congressman Hal Rogers, for taking the time to meet with our members. We appreciate your continued support and commitment to advancing connectivity for our communities.

Thank you NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association, Mike Romano and his team for another great event!